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There has been a recent spread of anti-abortion legislation across the United States showing Republicans interest in controlling women’s bodies, bolstered by a conservative supreme court majority poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, the case that legalized abortion 50 years ago.

Now that Proposition 22 has passed, app-based drivers could be looking at a future with little to no benefits and low wages.

With only two weeks left until the election, it is essential that voters are informed of the most critical and impactful propositions on the California ballot. Every single proposition on the ballot will have lasting impacts on citizens across the state, and being correctly informed is key to voting on these issues.

Uber and Lyft drivers will be classified as employees instead of independent contractors in California starting January 1, a change that could dramatically effect the business models and pay structures for the companies and workers.

Ride share companies Uber and Lyft provide convenient commutes at the touch of an app for millions.

Uber and Lyft are popular transportation programs in the United States, particularly for college students and young adults looking for cheaper and faster ways for transportation, yet the program has not shown any dedication to improving consumer safety, even after a series of cases where riders have been robbed or even killed while riding in an Uber or Lyft.